By some I am thanked. “Thank you for the work you do.” By others, I am condemned. A recent publication in response to my research says I “kill preborn babies in the womb.” I never intended for my job–allowing women the choice– to become my identity. I just wanted to take care of people.
Alex Woodcock, MD
Alex is a Complex Family Planning fellow with expertise in abortion and contraception provision. Until she started this career path, she didn't realize how much it would become a part of her identity. The impact of the disclosure- telling people what she does- has highs and lows. She picks and chooses who she tells. She wrote this piece to exemplify this.
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